Background - Development Strategy


The Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) for Liverpool City Centre was approved in 2000. It underlined the importance of the waterfront in defining Liverpool's future as a major European city, and its role in the economic regeneration of the city and of Merseyside.


Reflecting the magnificent waterfront location and large scale nature of the site, the SRF proposed the development of a visitor attraction to position Liverpool and Merseyside as a national and international destination for conferences and entertainment.


Initially, a scheme in partnership with Everton FC was proposed but did not proceed. A revised development strategy was then agreed and new masterplan commissioned, still consistent with the aim of creating a major waterfront destination combining arena, exhibition and conference facilities.

 

Kings Waterfront September 2005


Kings Waterfront September 2005